In Data and Computer Communications, Seventh Edition, William Stallings maintains his status as the preeminent author of clear and comprehensive texts in the field of data communications. Dr. Stallings provides new, in-depth presentations on wireless cot71munications, wireless networks and wireless standards. This most recent edition, which includes a tutorial on the latest in network design technologies and protocols, is an essential tool for professionals, academics, and students alike. MAJOR CHANGES, ADDITIONS, AND FEATURES: Fully discusses significant Internet developments: integrated services, differentiated services and other matters related to Quality of Service (QoS). and addresses the RSVP reservation protocols. Comprehensive coverage of wireless communications and networks. including wireless LANs and cellular networks. Reviews TCP Congestion Control and ATM traffic management and congestion control techniques. A detailed treatment of high-speed LANs including 1Q-Ubps Ethernet and Fibre Channel. A full discussion of data communications, circuit switching, and packet switching. Supplements the text with a Companion Website, www.prenhall.com/stallings. This source provides links to numerous pertinent sites, transparency masters of figures from the book, PowerPoint slides for lecturing, and an errata sheet.